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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 04/05/21

Applications Due05/28/21

Vacancy ID85708

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleBriefings and Research Coordinator, Executive Division (EXEC_NYC_BRC_6171)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty Street

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10005

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications for the Briefings and Research Coordinator position include the following:
• A bachelor’s degree and at least three to five (3-5) years of post-graduation work experience is required; candidates possessing graduate degrees are preferred;
• Prior experience in government is also preferred;
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise and error-free documents, including understanding and conveying new and complex information precisely;
• Organized with the ability to effectively prioritize and meet tight deadlines;
• Highly collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with staff at all levels of the OAG;
• Experience using Lexis/Nexis or similar research databases and conducting strategic internet searches; and
• Proficiency in other languages is a plus, but not required.

Duties Description The New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Briefings and Research Coordinator to prepare the Attorney General for her daily meetings and events by composing substantive policy briefings and conducting research as needed. The Briefings and Research Coordinator will work in the Operations Department of the Executive Division located in New York City and report to the Director of Strategic Planning.

The duties of the Briefings and Research Coordinator will include but not be limited to the following:
• Researching and drafting briefings for the Attorney General prior to internal and external meetings, and, as requested, on policy issues;
• Preparing memos for the Attorney General on the news of the day;
• Interacting regularly with managers and staff throughout the Agency to gather information;
• Staying abreast of local, state, and national laws, policies, and news that affects the OAG; and
• Conducting vetting and conflict checks on individuals and organizations with whom the Attorney General engages.

Additional Comments OAG employees serve more than 19 million state residents through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.


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Name Legal Recruitment Unit

Telephone 2124168080

Fax 212-416-8264

Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

 

Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY

Applications are being received online. To apply, please go to our website, https://ag.ny.gov/job-postings.
Reference No. EXEC_NYC_BRC_6171

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

• Cover Letter (You may address to Legal Recruitment);
• Resume;
• Writing Sample; and a
• List of three (3) professional references with contact information and email addresses.

Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.

If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG s or you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov

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